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If your property was damaged, destroyed or stolen during recent civil unrest you may be able to claim under the Riot Compensation Act 2016.  The Home Office have provided guidance for claimants (available here) for your information.

If you are in this position please ensure that you have reported the damage to the police, and if you wish to make a claim please email General.EnquiriesPCC@durham-pcc.gov.uk with your contact details and an overview of your situation.

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PCC celebrates national digital award for pioneering work to speed up disclosures under Clare’s Law

A new digital tool funded by the PCC, to speed up the way disclosures about a person's violent past are processed has won a national award.

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June 6, 2025
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PCC invites public questions ahead of scrutiny meeting focused on victims of crime

Residents are being called upon to contribute to the scrutiny meeting examining progress made to improve the justice journey for victims of crime

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June 5, 2025
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Commissioner welcomes Knife Angel to Newton Aycliffe to illuminate the heartbreaking consequences of knife crime

The arrival of the Knife Angel to Newton Aycliffe has been officially welcomed by PCC Joy Allen.

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June 4, 2025
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Volunteers wanted for Durham’s new state-of-the-art custody hub

The hunt is on for dynamic and driven volunteers who can help provide oversight of police custody processes and the welfare of detainees.

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June 4, 2025
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